Erythrophysa alata

Erythrophysa alata

Native to:
Namibia | South Africa

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Sapindaceae
Genus:
Erythrophysa
Species:
Erythrophysa alata

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Tree , Shrub
Height:
300 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun
Bloom Colors:
red
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, butterflies

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 4-8 weeks to break dormancy.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash